Cauliflower Tacos with Slaw Sauce (Print Version)

Roasted cauliflower, crunchy slaw, and spicy sauce make these zesty tacos a satisfying vegetarian main dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Roasted Cauliflower

01 - 1 large head cauliflower, cut into bite-sized florets
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
06 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
08 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Slaw

09 - 2 cups finely shredded red cabbage
10 - 1 medium carrot, grated
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
12 - 2 tablespoons lime juice
13 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
14 - 0.5 teaspoon salt

→ Spicy Sauce

15 - 0.5 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
16 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
17 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
18 - 1 to 2 teaspoons hot sauce, to taste
19 - 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
20 - Pinch of salt

→ Assembly

21 - 8 small soft corn or flour tortillas
22 - Lime wedges, for serving
23 - Extra cilantro, for garnish

# Steps:

01 - Set oven to 220°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss cauliflower florets with olive oil, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned cauliflower in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crisp at the edges.
04 - In a medium bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, grated carrot, fresh cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, and salt. Toss thoroughly and set aside.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, hot sauce, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
06 - Heat tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side, or wrap in foil and warm in the oven for 5 minutes.
07 - Fill each warm tortilla with roasted cauliflower, top with slaw, and drizzle with spicy sauce. Garnish with extra cilantro and serve immediately with lime wedges.

# Notes:

01 - For a vegan variation, substitute plant-based yogurt and vegan mayonnaise.
02 - To add extra flavor, include sliced avocado or pickled red onion.
03 - Pair with a crisp lager or margarita for a festive meal.
04 - Choose certified gluten-free corn tortillas for a gluten-free preparation.

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